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February 8
A nursing home’s ‘secret’ to making list of ‘Best Nursing Homes’
U.S. News & World Report yesterday released its annual Best Nursing Home Ratings. Top ranked…
February 8
Helping families hold on to loved ones with Alzheimer’s
As most caregivers in LTC settings know, caring for residents with dementias is complex and…
February 6
Nursing care properties bound by consistency
Recently released data from NIC MAP shows a continuation of existing trends in nursing care…
February 6
Wandering residents and sleepless nights
I was sleeping soundly Monday night when Maria (pseudonym) pushed her wheelchair through my door.…
February 3
How to send positive messages to residents and families
Many LTC providers mistakenly believe that they have given great customer service when they successfully…
February 2
Does your building have an unsafe ‘open door’ policy?
Periodically I receive newsletters from a number of LTC organizations I have covered. Recently, I…
February 2
Head, shoulders, knees, toes: A focus on mobility
Residents whose conditions require physical and/or occupational therapy receive special care plans targeted to improving…
February 2
The impact of ‘never events’ on post-acute care
Post-acute providers, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities and continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) need…
February 1
Are we meeting the needs of LGBT seniors?
Perhaps you have seen the movie, Gen Silent, which has played in numerous cities around…
February 1
Senses respond to aromatherapy
Recently, I visited a beautiful Asian-influenced boutique hotel that was artfully appointed with modern furnishings…
January 31
Pork gets political for nursing homes
Oh the joy of covering another presidential election year. Issues from years past rear their…
January 31
Kitchen safety in long-term care
There is no doubt that the kitchen is one of the most dynamic areas in…
